Stringing Machine Choice - Tennisopolis : Tennis Social Network2018-03-19T15:17:56Zhttp://tennisopolis.com/forum/topics/1869403:Topic:99457?groupUrl=racketstringersunite&commentId=1869403%3AComment%3A249292&xg_source=activity&groupId=1869403%3AGroup%3A53163&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI remember seeing the wise se…tag:tennisopolis.com,2010-09-11:1869403:Comment:4565942010-09-11T06:13:34.732Zpatrick mhttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/patrickm
I remember seeing the wise setup during its prototype days, great idea, helped out a lot of stringers that had the crank system, the 6 pt mount is a must have.<br />
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<cite>Larry said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://tennisopolis.com/forum/topics/1869403:Topic:99457?groupUrl=racketstringersunite&amp;page=2&amp;commentId=1869403%3AComment%3A456318&amp;x=1#1869403Comment456318"><div>I string on a Gamma 6004 with a Wise-2086 Tensioner; the combination of this 6pt and the electronic tensioner and I'm…</div>
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I remember seeing the wise setup during its prototype days, great idea, helped out a lot of stringers that had the crank system, the 6 pt mount is a must have.<br />
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<cite>Larry said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://tennisopolis.com/forum/topics/1869403:Topic:99457?groupUrl=racketstringersunite&amp;page=2&amp;commentId=1869403%3AComment%3A456318&amp;x=1#1869403Comment456318"><div>I string on a Gamma 6004 with a Wise-2086 Tensioner; the combination of this 6pt and the electronic tensioner and I'm accurate with 1/18 of a lb. Great upgrade investment to the CP world for only $495.<br/>Pro: Smooth, quiet, accurate, easy to switch out if no electricity, great pre-stretch feature<br/>Cons:???, nothin'</div>
</blockquote> I string on a Gamma 6004 with…tag:tennisopolis.com,2010-09-10:1869403:Comment:4563182010-09-10T15:55:51.594ZLarryhttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/Larry77
I string on a Gamma 6004 with a Wise-2086 Tensioner; the combination of this 6pt and the electronic tensioner and I'm accurate with 1/18 of a lb. Great upgrade investment to the CP world for only $495.<br />
Pro: Smooth, quiet, accurate, easy to switch out if no electricity, great pre-stretch feature<br />
Cons:???, nothin'
I string on a Gamma 6004 with a Wise-2086 Tensioner; the combination of this 6pt and the electronic tensioner and I'm accurate with 1/18 of a lb. Great upgrade investment to the CP world for only $495.<br />
Pro: Smooth, quiet, accurate, easy to switch out if no electricity, great pre-stretch feature<br />
Cons:???, nothin' Just seconding what Dudley sa…tag:tennisopolis.com,2010-07-18:1869403:Comment:4243592010-07-18T07:18:04.187ZErghehttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/Erghe
Just seconding what Dudley said. It should be noted that it takes longer to string with a True Tension as well as knowing some simple formulas (spreadsheets) to adjust to the requested reference tension. I seriously doubt any other machine is more consistent. It has many features to eliminate string drag while pulling tension as well as deforming of the frame. Also, it's a lockout with prestretch and I've been able to achieve higher and consistent tensions than the local shop's MRT that uses a…
Just seconding what Dudley said. It should be noted that it takes longer to string with a True Tension as well as knowing some simple formulas (spreadsheets) to adjust to the requested reference tension. I seriously doubt any other machine is more consistent. It has many features to eliminate string drag while pulling tension as well as deforming of the frame. Also, it's a lockout with prestretch and I've been able to achieve higher and consistent tensions than the local shop's MRT that uses a Baiardo, probably due to the quality of the clamps and the tensioning jaw. True Tension. I started with…tag:tennisopolis.com,2009-08-16:1869403:Comment:3502162009-08-16T05:13:47.390ZCoach Dudleyhttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/dudleyk
True Tension. I started with a Klipstringer just for my own use, drop weight, tabletop model. Started to string for friends. I didnt like the string clamps (modified vise grips), too much string slippage. After a lot of research and spending an afternoon with John Balaban who invented the machine, I bought the True Tension rather than the popular Ektalon. Was one of the first machines to have solid 4 point support at the 12 3 6 and 9 oclock positions. I have strung with this machine for many…
True Tension. I started with a Klipstringer just for my own use, drop weight, tabletop model. Started to string for friends. I didnt like the string clamps (modified vise grips), too much string slippage. After a lot of research and spending an afternoon with John Balaban who invented the machine, I bought the True Tension rather than the popular Ektalon. Was one of the first machines to have solid 4 point support at the 12 3 6 and 9 oclock positions. I have strung with this machine for many many years with consistently good results. All manual. Solid parts, clamps, all high grade machined aluminum. check it out at: <a href="http://www.truetension.com">www.truetension.com</a> Depending on your space requi…tag:tennisopolis.com,2009-02-02:1869403:Comment:2492922009-02-02T20:29:59.445ZRickhttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/Rick82
Depending on your space requirements, you have a table top and an upright. I have both. I have a Gamma x2 drop weight which is a table top &amp; I have a Eagnas Flex 940 lockout crank upright. Most tabletop stringers will run about $90 to $5000.00. Most upright will run from $400 to $10,000.<br />
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There are three type of stringer<br />
Drop weight<br />
Crank (Lock out) - manual &amp; electronic<br />
Electronic Constant pull
Depending on your space requirements, you have a table top and an upright. I have both. I have a Gamma x2 drop weight which is a table top &amp; I have a Eagnas Flex 940 lockout crank upright. Most tabletop stringers will run about $90 to $5000.00. Most upright will run from $400 to $10,000.<br />
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There are three type of stringer<br />
Drop weight<br />
Crank (Lock out) - manual &amp; electronic<br />
Electronic Constant pull I have an Eagnas Combo 910. I…tag:tennisopolis.com,2009-01-09:1869403:Comment:2395292009-01-09T06:39:12.392ZBill Crossenhttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/BillCrossen
I have an Eagnas Combo 910. It's a crank and I use various strings so I always calibrate before stringing to check the settled tension after 30 seconds (average clamp time - I'm not competing for the 12 minute string job). Nice quality and customer service was good - nice buying experience (contrary to posts - I originally ordered their Flex 940 and then called them 15 minutes later and asked for the substitution - no issues). This stringer doesn't have the name recognition or higher price of…
I have an Eagnas Combo 910. It's a crank and I use various strings so I always calibrate before stringing to check the settled tension after 30 seconds (average clamp time - I'm not competing for the 12 minute string job). Nice quality and customer service was good - nice buying experience (contrary to posts - I originally ordered their Flex 940 and then called them 15 minutes later and asked for the substitution - no issues). This stringer doesn't have the name recognition or higher price of the other guys - but it is in my basement - no one down there to impress.<br />
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Nice clamps, 360 turntable, reliable crank, best pricing I could find...only negative, it is not portable for traveling to events. At our shop, we have two Gamm…tag:tennisopolis.com,2008-09-24:1869403:Comment:1947862008-09-24T01:15:18.431ZTough Love Tennishttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/TennisZone
At our shop, we have two Gamma 8500 ELS's with 6-point mounting system (I like the 6 better than 2)<br />
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I've been stringing since I was a little guy, and this machine is far and away the best machine I've ever strung with.<br />
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It's pricey, but so worth it... even beginner stringers can get a racquet just perfect, because all the work is done for you... just gotta go thru the motions... great clamps, no slippage, even a system that measures your string for you as you pull it off the reel.<br />
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I recommend…
At our shop, we have two Gamma 8500 ELS's with 6-point mounting system (I like the 6 better than 2)<br />
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I've been stringing since I was a little guy, and this machine is far and away the best machine I've ever strung with.<br />
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It's pricey, but so worth it... even beginner stringers can get a racquet just perfect, because all the work is done for you... just gotta go thru the motions... great clamps, no slippage, even a system that measures your string for you as you pull it off the reel.<br />
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I recommend this machine over any other brand's top machine.<br />
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Hope this helps.<br />
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-Ben of Tennis Zone I have a KlipperUSA Klipperma…tag:tennisopolis.com,2008-08-22:1869403:Comment:1681872008-08-22T17:37:50.931ZSerge T.http://tennisopolis.com/profile/SergeT
I have a KlipperUSA Klippermate stringer, 2pt mount with a manual swing weight tentioner. Perfect cheap stringer to buy if you are stringing for yourself and friends.<br />
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Pros:<br />
Small package/portable, affordable $150 with string samples, great manual, durable machine, never need to calibrate, fast mounting, yellow color :) , very good and heavy duty clamps, lifetime warranty, oh and the factory is like 10min from my house.<br />
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Cons:<br />
Need to clean the clamps after stringing natural gut, 2pt mounting…
I have a KlipperUSA Klippermate stringer, 2pt mount with a manual swing weight tentioner. Perfect cheap stringer to buy if you are stringing for yourself and friends.<br />
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Pros:<br />
Small package/portable, affordable $150 with string samples, great manual, durable machine, never need to calibrate, fast mounting, yellow color :) , very good and heavy duty clamps, lifetime warranty, oh and the factory is like 10min from my house.<br />
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Cons:<br />
Need to clean the clamps after stringing natural gut, 2pt mounting system, flying clamps are usually slower your stringing time, sometimes too much or not enough string slack between the racquet and the tensioner, need to readjust once in a while. I have an Eagnas Hawk stringe…tag:tennisopolis.com,2008-08-18:1869403:Comment:1646722008-08-18T17:26:57.548ZMark Rhttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/TX10sDude
I have an Eagnas Hawk stringer that I got about 10 years ago. It has the manual crank tensioner. I've thought to replace it a couple times but as long I keep the clamps clean and tensioner calibrated it does a great a job.
I have an Eagnas Hawk stringer that I got about 10 years ago. It has the manual crank tensioner. I've thought to replace it a couple times but as long I keep the clamps clean and tensioner calibrated it does a great a job. Silent Partner DG with upgrad…tag:tennisopolis.com,2008-08-09:1869403:Comment:1572042008-08-09T15:28:54.035ZJimhttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/Jim45
Silent Partner DG with upgraded clamps (same as Aria). CP, 100% accuracy out of the box and all the features I could ever want. USRSA review was spot-on about this machine.
Silent Partner DG with upgraded clamps (same as Aria). CP, 100% accuracy out of the box and all the features I could ever want. USRSA review was spot-on about this machine.